The recent death of Dolly Parton united our country in grief; Dolly was beloved by all and attracted fans who came to know her through her musical talent, her film career, Dollywood Parks & Resorts, and her generous spirit. Dolly’s love for humanity was demonstrated in tangible ways, including financial support for research that contributed to the development of the COVID vaccine and the creation of the Imagination Library, an early literacy program that has impacted children in five countries so far.
All the Library’s a Stage: Exploring Shakespeare at the BPL
In October, the BPL will be partnering with Commonwealth Shakespeare to perform famous Shakespearean scenes across the Central Library. But Shakespeare at the BPL doesn't have to start—or stop—there. There are so many ways to interact with the Bard through the Boston Public Library!
Using Examine+ to Find Accurate Health Info on Supplements, Diets, and More
Examine+ helps you understand what medical research says about nutrition, supplements, and health. It focuses on medication-free actions to prevent, control, or manage health conditions.
Queer Lit Review: September 2026
Hello and welcome to the September edition of the Queer Lit Review! This month we have a Catholic teen sorting out her beliefs after catching feelings for her best friend, a "lazy bisexual stoner" solving the murder of his uncle, and an Autistic teen finding love at volleyball camp. These titles may be available in…
Fannie Farmer: Boston’s Cooking Icon
Before Martha Stewart and Ina Garten, there was Fannie Farmer. Her eponymous work has been part of New England cookery for 130 years (and counting). Learn more about her in this blog post by Alea Stokes, Programming & Outreach Librarian.
Get Ready to Vote: Information for the 2026 Massachusetts State Elections
The Massachusetts State Primary and Massachusetts State Election are quickly approaching. In this blog post, find a roundup of voting resources and Boston Public Library election-related programs. Be an informed and empowered voter this 2026 election season.
Queer Lit Review: August 2026
Welcome to the hazy days of summer with our August reviews! This month, we have a young person fighting monsters while figuring out who she is, a trans lesbian meeting her werewolf mate, and a young woman born into slavery on a starship. These books may be available in other formats or languages. Check our catalog for availability.
The Signers of Massachusetts
Learn about nine signers of the Declaration of Independence born in Massachusetts, presented in the order in which they signed.
Semiquincentennial Book Review
In this blog post, read about two fantastic nonfiction books for kids in celebration of our 250th anniversary as a nation.
Queer Lit Review: July 2026
Hello and welcome to the July 2026 edition of the Queer Lit Review! This month we have two young women falling in love one summer in Paris, a 35-year-old unprepared to sub in for her sister on a hike for queer women, and a trans man on a minor league baseball team upset when his rival joins his team.
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